City Council Aide: Public Affairs & Admin Liaison

Wachusettareachamber; Worcester, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Worcester is seeking a dedicated Aide to the City Council to support City Councilors with administrative tasks, research, and briefing materials.

The role involves managing constituent correspondence, coordinating communications and events, and serving as a liaison to the City Manager and Mayor’s office. Some hours may extend beyond the typical workday and include weekends when needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Considerable knowledge of office terminology, procedures, and equipment.
• Ability to interpret City Council policies, rules, regulations and make sound decisions in accordance with laws, ordinances, regulations, and established policies.
• Ability to accurately collect, compile, and enter complex statistical data.
• Ability to make arithmetical computations with speed and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct administrative support to City Councilors as directed by the Chief of Council.
• Assist Councilors in research of legislation and prepare briefing materials.
• Manage incoming constituent correspondence via phone, email, and mail.
• Assist with preparation, planning, coordination of public relations, communications, press releases, marketing, and events for the City Council.
• Attend and participate in staff and committee meetings and community events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Data handling

Tools

Office equipment knowledge

Job description

City of Worcester is seeking a dedicated Aide to the City Council to support City Councilors with administrative tasks, research, and briefing materials.

The role involves managing constituent correspondence, coordinating communications and events, and serving as a liaison to the City Manager and Mayor’s office. Some hours may extend beyond the typical workday and include weekends when needed.